Idaho License Law
Under Idaho law, a broker may pay a referral fee to an out-of-state licensee if:
AThe out-of-state licensee holds an Idaho real estate license
BThe out-of-state licensee is licensed in their home state and the fee is paid only to the out-of-state broker (not directly to the agent)✓ Correct
CThe referral is for a commercial transaction only
DIREC approves the referral fee in advance
Explanation
Idaho allows payment of referral fees to out-of-state brokers who are licensed in their home state, provided the fee is paid to the out-of-state brokerage and the person receiving it is not performing Idaho real estate activities without an Idaho license.
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